Program Support Asst (OA)
National Cemetery Administration - Department of Veterans Affairs
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/31/2024. Must have the ability to type at least 40 words per minute. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license. You may qualify based on your experience, as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-06 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: interacting with customers and staff, analyzing data; preparing graphs, charts, presentations, maintaining a database system; tracking and logging expense items; scheduling appointments; coordinating meetings and scheduling conferences; establishing and maintaining an efficient filing and reference system for all files; using automated data processing equipment to generate a variety of reports; typing letters, memos, reports, etc. in final form; processing incoming and outgoing materials such as correspondence, reports, memoranda, and other forms of written communication; establishing priorities and setting deadlines; providing an interpretation of policies; gathering data; preparing reports, and making recommendations; develop findings, recommendations, and justifications, coordinating budgets, performing work as a Contracting Officer representative, etc. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Communication Computer Skills Critical Thinking Self-Management Writing Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Office duties are predominantly sedentary, with very limited physical demands, e.g., walking, carrying light items such as files and books. However, when the incumbent works with funeral services, he/she will be outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions. Follows safety procedures when performing work assignments. Wears designated safety clothing and operates equipment in accordance with standard guidelines. Recognizes and reports to the supervisor potential safety hazards concerning any aspect of the cemetery’s operation. Work is performed so that neither staff nor public safety is jeopardized. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
This position is located at the Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.